NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS

It can be said that Chilean Mussel is 100% natural because it is farmed and processed in excellent conditions in the southernmost region of Chile.

During the farming stage, mussels feed
naturally from seawater nutrients on the coast of Chiloe, without human
intervention. Additionally, they are subjected to the strictest environmental
and health controls by Chilean incumbent agencies.

The Chilean Mussel is a healthy and
nutritious product, rich in proteins, vitamins and Omega 3. It provides a
significant amount of minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium and
iodine. It is rich in folic acid and vitamin E and has low levels of
cholesterol and high levels of phospholipids. It is ideal to add it to a weight
control or hypertension diet.

What Are the Benefits of
Mussels?

Mussels, a type of saltwater or freshwater mollusk, count as protein
foods under the United States Department of Agriculture ChooseMyPlate
nutritional guidelines. Consuming mussels helps you get the 5 to 6.5 ounces of
protein foods recommended daily. Mussels also provide a range of essential
nutrients that benefit your health.

Protein

One of the
nutritional benefits of eating mussels is increased protein intake. Proteins
help maintain the function of every cell in your body -- some proteins provide
structural support to maintain the shape of your cells, some drive metabolic
reactions required to generate useable energy and others allow for cellular
communication to ensure that each of your cells works together to maintain your
overall health. Dietary protein provides a source of amino acids, the nutrients
your body requires to make these proteins. Each 1-cup serving of mussels
contains almost 18 grams of protein, about 30 percent of the daily protein
requirements for an average 150-pound person, according to Iowa State
University Extension.

Selenium

Mussels also
offer health benefits due to their selenium content. Selenium, an essential
mineral, helps support protein function. One class of enzymes, called
selenoproteins, relies on the presence of selenium to regulate its activity.
Consuming enough selenium allows these enzymes to carry out a range of
functions -- controlling thyroid hormone levels, supporting muscle function and
facilitating sperm production in men. Eating 1 cup of mussels boosts your
selenium intake by 67.2 micrograms, more than the 55 micrograms required daily
by adult men and women, according to the Linus Pauling Institute.

Vitamin A

Eat mussels
to increase your intake of vitamin A. Adequate vitamin A intake nourishes your
eyes, skin and immune system, and aids in the production of new red blood
cells. Each 1-cup serving of mussels contains 240 international units of
vitamin A, providing 10 percent of the recommended daily intake for women and 8
percent for men, according to the Linus Pauling Institute.

Eating more
mussels

Perhaps the
simplest ways to prepare mussels is by steaming or boiling -- these cooking
methods allow you to easily monitor the cooking progress to avoid overcooking
and also offer a reduced-fat cooking option since they do not call for the
addition of oil. Season your mussels with a splash of white wine and fresh
herbs for consumption on their own, or add cooked mussels to pasta dishes,
casseroles or salads.